Serving 13 students in grades 7-12, Gene Drevno Community Day ranks in the top 30% of all schools in California for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 30%, and reading proficiency is top 30%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is <50% (which is higher than the California state average of 34%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is <50% (which is higher than the California state average of 47%).
The student:teacher ratio of 7:1 is lower than the California state level of 21:1.
Minority enrollment is 62% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the California state average of 80% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Stats (2025)
- School Type: Alternative school
- Grades: 7-12
- Enrollment: 13 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 7:1
- Minority Enrollment: 62%
- Graduation Rate: ≥50% (Btm 50% in CA)
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 30%
- Math Proficiency: <50% (Top 30%)
- Reading Proficiency: <50% (Top 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), CA Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Gene Drevno Community Day ranks among the top 20% of public schools in California for:
Category
Attribute
Most improved public schools
Community Size
Student Attention
School Overview
Gene Drevno Community Day's student population of 13 students has declined by 35% over five school years.
The teacher population of 2 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades 7-12
Total Students
13 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
2 teachers
Year Founded
1947
School Calendar
First Day of School
Thu. Aug 21, 2025
Last Day of School
Thu. Jun 11, 2026
School Rankings
Gene Drevno Community Day ranks within the top 30% of all 9,523 schools in California (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Gene Drevno Community Day is 0.73, which is more than the diversity score at state average of 0.63. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#2597 out of 9523 schools
(Top 30%)
(Top 30%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
<50%
34%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
<50%
47%
Student : Teacher Ratio
7:1
21:1
American Indian
n/a
1%
Asian
8%
12%
Hispanic
31%
56%
Black
15%
5%
White
38%
20%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
8%
6%
All Ethnic Groups
Graduation Rate
≥50%
87%
Eligible for Free Lunch
46%
54%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
6%
8%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), CA Dept. of Education
Profile last updated: 02/09/2025
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Gene Drevno Community Day's ranking?
Gene Drevno Community Day is ranked #2597 out of 9,523 schools, which ranks it among the top 30% of public schools in California.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
<50% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 34% CA state average), while <50% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 47% CA state average).
What is the graduation rate of Gene Drevno Community Day?
The graduation rate of Gene Drevno Community Day is 50%, which is lower than the California state average of 87%.
How many students attend Gene Drevno Community Day?
13 students attend Gene Drevno Community Day.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
38% of Gene Drevno Community Day students are White, 31% of students are Hispanic, 15% of students are Black, 8% of students are Asian, and 8% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Gene Drevno Community Day?
Gene Drevno Community Day has a student ration of 7:1, which is lower than the California state average of 21:1.
What grades does Gene Drevno Community Day offer ?
Gene Drevno Community Day offers enrollment in grades 7-12
What school district is Gene Drevno Community Day part of?
Gene Drevno Community Day is part of Torrance Unified School District.
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